Nicky Yazbeck, host, speaks with Valerie Rubin, a rapid transformational therapist specializing in anxious attachment, discusses the different attachment styles and their impact on relationships. She explains that anxious attachment can lead to anxiety, fear of abandonment, and difficulty trusting partners. Other attachment styles include secure attachment, fearful avoidant, and dismissive avoidant. Valerie focuses on anxious attachment because it is a common issue that affects relationships. She helps clients heal their attachment wounds, regulate their nervous systems, and develop a secure attachment style. Healing the abandonment wound is crucial for individuals to feel safe and confident in relationships. In this conversation, Valerie Rubin and Nicky Yazbeck discuss techniques for managing anxiety and building self-confidence. Valerie explains that when experiencing high levels of anxiety, it's important to shake out the body and engage in physical activities rather than trying to meditate or journal. She emphasizes the importance of connecting with the body and identifying sensations and emotions when feeling anxious. Valerie also introduces the concept of brain spotting, a technique that helps locate and release trauma memories stored in the body. They also discuss the importance of building self-esteem and confidence through self-care and keeping promises to oneself.

Takeaways:

• Anxious attachment can lead to anxiety, fear of abandonment, and difficulty trusting partners.
• Healing the abandonment wound is crucial for individuals to feel safe and confident in relationships.
• Regulating the nervous system and developing body-based tools can help individuals move out of anxious states.
• Developing a secure attachment style allows individuals to have healthier and more fulfilling relationships.
• When experiencing high levels of anxiety, engage in physical activities to shake out the body and release tension.
• Connect with your body and identify sensations and emotions when feeling anxious.
• Brain spotting is a technique that helps locate and release trauma memories stored in the body.
• Building self-esteem and confidence involves unlearning false beliefs and keeping promises to oneself.
• Self-care and self-trust are essential for building confidence and developing a secure attachment style.

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Connect with Valerie:

https://spotify.link/WZju7ssazJb

https://www.instagram.com/healwithval/?hl=en

https://m.facebook.com/valerie.rubin.39/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/valerierubin

Keywords: attachment styles, anxious attachment, secure attachment, fearful avoidant, dismissive avoidant, healing attachment wounds, regulating nervous system, secure relationships, anxiety, self-confidence, body connection, sensations, emotions, brain spotting, trauma healing, self-esteem, self-care

In this episode, host Nicky Yazbeck sits down with Laura Valvasori, a business and well-being mentor, Certified Emotion Code Practitioner, and creator of the “Still Me, But Alcohol-Free” program. Laura shares her personal journey of deciding to go alcohol-free in her mid-40s after recognizing the negative effects alcohol was having on her health, including sleep, gut health, and mental clarity.

The conversation explores the challenges of navigating social situations in a culture that normalizes drinking and highlights the mental clarity and overall well-being that can come from stepping away from alcohol. Laura explains how choosing to go alcohol-free eliminates the constant mental debate around drinking, while also reducing stress. She emphasizes that this decision is not necessarily about giving up alcohol for good but about experimenting with an alcohol-free lifestyle to see how it feels.

By taking a break from alcohol, individuals can gain clarity and make an informed choice about whether they wish to moderate, withhold, or continue drinking in the future. The episode encourages listeners to explore how alcohol affects their body, mind, and social life, and to discover what feels best for their personal well-being.

Nicky and Laura also discuss the lesser-known risks of alcohol, including its strong link to breast cancer in women, and how even moderate consumption can have lasting effects on health. Laura underscores that while moderation works for some, the experience of going alcohol-free offers a fresh perspective on one's relationship with alcohol and its impact on physical and emotional health.

This thoughtful and practical discussion empowers listeners to reflect on their habits and make informed decisions about alcohol use based on their own experiences.

Takeaways:

• Going alcohol-free can have positive effects on sleep and overall well-being.
• Navigating social situations without alcohol can be challenging but is possible with the right mindset.
• Choosing to go completely alcohol-free eliminates the need to constantly make decisions about drinking and reduces mental chatter.
• Alcohol can impact various systems in the body, including sleep and digestion.
• Having a supportive partner can make the transition to an alcohol-free lifestyle easier.
• Alcohol use is strongly linked to an increased risk of breast cancer.
• Alcohol is a known carcinogen and can have negative effects on sleep and overall health.
• Taking a break from alcohol can help restore gut health and mental clarity.
• Mindset and substitutes are key to navigating social situations without alcohol.
• It is possible to change our beliefs and create new experiences around alcohol.

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https://nickyYyoga.com

https://www.youtube.com/@TheConnectedCommunity

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Connect with Laura:

www.lauravalvasori.ca

https://www.instagram.com/laura_valvasori/

https://www.facebook.com/laura.valvasori.3me@lauravalvasori.com

**Keywords:**

alcohol-free lifestyle, well-being, sleep, relationships, alcohol, gut health, mental clarity, social situations, mindset,

In this episode, host Nicky Yazbeck sits down with Madeleine Karlsson, an Integrative Nutrition and Health Coach, Pilates Instructor, Yoga & Meditation Teacher, and a two-time TEDx speaker. Madeleine shares her personal journey overcoming emotional eating and dives deep into why we turn to food for comfort, the biochemical and emotional triggers behind emotional eating, and how to finally break free from the cycle.

Throughout the episode, Madeleine discusses the importance of understanding our emotional triggers and the role of mindfulness in cultivating a healthier relationship with food. She explores common myths surrounding dieting and weight loss and offers practical tips for combating sugar and salt cravings. The conversation touches on the significance of nutrient-dense meals, sleep, and stress management in stabilizing blood sugar levels and avoiding emotional eating.

Listeners will learn how to shift away from restrictive dieting, practice self-compassion, and make lasting changes that nourish both body and mind. Madeleine also emphasizes the value of understanding emotional eating as more than just a food issue, but a reflection of unmet emotional needs.

Tune in to learn how to break free from emotional eating and build a healthier, more balanced relationship with food.

Takeaways:

• Emotional eating is often a result of using food as compensation or a crutch to deal with uncomfortable emotions.
• Understanding the impact of food on our bodies and prioritizing nutrient-dense meals can help reduce cravings and emotional eating.
• Improving the quality and quantity of sleep is crucial for regulating hunger hormones and reducing emotional eating.
• Mindful eating, including chewing each bite thoroughly and eating slowly, can help improve digestion and prevent overeating.
• Breaking the cycle of emotional eating requires addressing the underlying emotional triggers and finding healthier ways to cope with emotions. Emotional eating is often a result of seeking comfort and nourishment from food to fill a void in other areas of life.
• Breaking free from emotional eating requires understanding and addressing the underlying emotions and triggers.
• Diets and restrictive eating are not sustainable or effective for long-term weight loss.
• Improving the quality of food and nourishing the body with nutrient-dense meals can naturally reduce hunger and support weight management.
• Self-compassion, learning from mistakes, and seeking support are essential for maintaining a healthy relationship with food.

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https://nickyYyoga.com

https://www.youtube.com/@TheConnectedCommunity

support@nickyYyoga.com

Connect with Madeline:

https://www.fitbodyfreshmind.com/breakfreefromemotionaleating

https://www.fitbodyfreshmind.com/fit-body-fresh-mind-by-maddy-karlsson-sale

https://www.instagram.com/maddykarlsson/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/madeleine-karlsson-fitbodyfreshmind/

https://www.facebook.com/fitbodyfreshmindmaddy

Keywords: emotional eating, sugar addiction, cravings, food addiction, mindful eating, nutrient density, gut health, emotional eating, comfort eating, food cravings, dieting, weight loss, nutrition, self-compassion, holistic approach